Turmeric (curcuma)
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Products classified under Tariff item 0910.30.00
Alleppey Turmeric Fingers
Whole turmeric fingers from Alleppey, India, selected for high essential oil content and spice-grade quality. These dried rhizomes are unground and retain the natural characteristics of turmeric (Curcuma longa), falling squarely under tariff item 0910.30.00 as turmeric in its primary form.
Bulk Turmeric Powder Sacks
Industrial-grade ground turmeric in 50 kg polypropylene sacks, intended for food manufacturing. The powder is pure Curcuma longa without additives, making it a straightforward import under tariff item 0910.30.00 as turmeric in ground form.
Certified Organic Whole Turmeric
Whole dried Curcuma longa rhizomes certified organic, suitable for grinding or direct culinary use. The organic certification does not change the tariff classification, as the product remains pure turmeric in its natural dried state under tariff item 0910.30.00.
Dehydrated Turmeric Slices
Thinly sliced and dried Curcuma longa rhizomes for quick rehydration in cooking. The slicing process does not alter the fundamental nature of turmeric as a spice, so it remains classified under tariff item 0910.30.00.
Food-Grade Turmeric Extract Powder
Concentrated turmeric powder standardized to 5% curcumin for food use. While the curcumin content is elevated, the product is still ground turmeric without extraction or further processing, keeping it under tariff item 0910.30.00.
Ground Turmeric Powder
Finely ground rhizomes of Curcuma longa, commonly used as a cooking spice for its vibrant yellow colour and earthy flavour. This pure powdered form is directly classified under tariff item 0910.30.00 as turmeric.
Madras Turmeric Powder
Ground turmeric from the Madras region, known for its bold flavour and deep colour. Regional variety does not affect classification, and this pure spice remains under tariff item 0910.30.00.
Organic Ground Turmeric
Certified organic ground turmeric powder from Curcuma longa, free of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. The organic status is a quality attribute, not a classification factor, so it falls under tariff item 0910.30.00 as pure turmeric spice.
Premium Curcumin-Rich Turmeric Powder
Select ground turmeric with a minimum 4% curcumin content for gourmet applications. The curcumin level is a quality indicator, and the product remains pure ground turmeric under tariff item 0910.30.00.
Turmeric Fingers Grade 1
Premium whole dried turmeric fingers (rhizomes), cleaned and graded for high curcumin content. As unground turmeric, this product is directly classified under tariff item 0910.30.00.
Turmeric in Consumer Pouches
Ground turmeric in flexible stand-up pouches for retail grocery sales. The packaging does not change the product's nature, and the turmeric itself is classified under tariff item 0910.30.00.
Turmeric Powder in Retail Jars
Ground turmeric packed in consumer-ready glass jars under 2.3 kg for household use. The retail packaging does not affect the classification of the turmeric itself, which remains under tariff item 0910.30.00.
Whole Dried Turmeric Rhizomes
Dried whole fingers or bulbs of Curcuma longa roots, used whole in cooking or for grinding. This natural dried state is the primary form of turmeric, classified under tariff item 0910.30.00.